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Huon Valley Escapes

Huon Valley Escapes operates several properties throughout Tasmania's Huon Trail. Prices quoted here are for self service online bookings. Prices might be different for phone or email bookings.

HUON BUSH RETREATSLocated in an extensive private habitat reserve, Huon Bush Retreats is central to all the attractions of the Huon Valley just 50 minutes drive south from Hobart. A multi award winning, carbon positive (green globe light accredited) retreat offering guests a choice of contemporary, self contained cabins, deluxe tipees and private campsites against an inspiring backdrop of Tasmanian native forest.*Huon Bush Retreats is a true retreat; Access is via 4km winding gravel road with a steep 500-meter section. Electricity is 12-volt solar power: phones and cameras can be charged at reception. A c.d. player and radio is provided, accommodation is TV. free. You will be surrounded by wildlife of all sorts, including birds, mammals, arthropods and reptiles.

BUTTONGRASS RETREATThe southernmost accommodation in Australia, this self contained eco cabin is set in a native grassland with stunning views in two directions. 15 minutes from Dover, 90 minutes south from Hobart. A great base for exploring Dover, Southport, Hastings Caves, Ida Bay Railway and Cockle Creek.

Accommodation Details

Huon Valley Escapes

Discount Cabin Short Stay (Request)

Discount Cabin Short Stay (Request)

Request a discounted rate for less popular nights. Best discounts are Sunday through Thursday nights. On receipt of your request, we will check our availability, allocate a cabin appropriate for the number of people in your group, charge your credit card, then send you a confirmation. Your request is not confirmed until payment is successful on your card. (If you want a specific cabin, you can chose one below at a slightly higher price).

Various cabins have differing bedding arrangements:

As standard, this rate includes one queen bed for every two people.

If the booking is for more than 2 people, we will provide either a second queen bed and/or bunks depending on which cabin is allocated.

You can request extra beds at $40. eg 4 people using one queen and two singles is $40 extra)

On discounted rates, full payment at time of booking, then no refunds, no discounts.

Forest view

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Balcony

Bath

Mini Fridge

Oven

Shower - separate

Linen Provided

Lounge Area

Heating

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Discount Cabin Long Stay (Request)

Discount Cabin Long Stay (Request)

Request a discounted rate for longer stays. Best discounts are Sunday through Thursday nights. On receipt of your request, we will check our availability, allocate a cabin appropriate for the number of people in your group, charge your credit card, then send you a confirmation. Your request is not confirmed until payment is successful on your card. (If you want a specific cabin, you can chose one below at a slightly higher price).

Various cabins have differing bedding arrangements:

As standard, this rate includes one queen bed for every two people.

If the booking is for more than 2 people, we will provide either a second queen bed and/or bunks depending on which cabin is allocated.

You can request extra beds at $40. eg 4 people using one queen and two singles is $40 extra)

On discounted rates, full payment at time of booking, then no refunds, no discounts.

Forest view

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Balcony

Bath

Mini Fridge

Oven

Shower - separate

Linen Provided

Lounge Area

Heating

Huon Valley Escapes

$10 second night - Studio Cabin(A)

$10 second night - Studio Cabin(A)

Pay full rate for the first night and just $10 per person for the second night. Note that the price shown here already has the discount calculated assuming 2 people using one bed.($310 + $10 + $10) / 2 = $170 per nightFull payment on booking. No refunds. No changes.

We guarantee one of our studio cabins but which one will be a surprise at check in. Each studio cabin is self-contained with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, wood heater and a private deck or lawn with an outdoor bath.

Ideally suited for couples each is equipped with a queen-sized bed as standard (trundle or bunks can be added). A double sofa bed is also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed.

1Bunk bed

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Shower - separate

Bath

Tea/Coffee Making

Oven

Lounge Area

Stove top

Linen and Towels Provided

CD Player

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Studio Cabin (B) $10 second night

Studio Cabin (B) $10 second night

Pay full rate for the first night and just $10 per person for the second night. Note that the price shown here already has the discount applied assuming 2 people using one bed. Full payment on booking. No refunds. No changes.

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin nestled in the forest offering easy access, privacy and spectacular views of old growth forest. Big Tree Cabin is a self-contained studio cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, a cosy wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath. Ideally suited for couples it is equipped with a queen-sized bed. A single trundle and a sofa bed are also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed.

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Kids Stay Free Huon Bush Retreats (A)

Kids Stay Free Huon Bush Retreats (A)

Valid for selected multi nights only. Mon - Turs, minimum 2 nights. Fri, Sat, Sun, minimum 4 nights. Rate includes 2 adults using one bed. No charge for up to 3 children. The exact cabin will be allocated on arrival. All cabins include one queen bed. Kids beds might be bunks or rollaway beds.Full payment by Visa or Mastercard at time of booking, no refunds, no changes.

1Bunk bed

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Shower - separate

Bath

Tea/Coffee Making

Oven

Lounge Area

Stove top

Linen and Towels Provided

CD Player

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Big Tree Cabin

Big Tree Cabin

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin nestled in the forest offering easy access, privacy and spectacular views of old growth forest. Big Tree Cabin is a self-contained studio cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, a cosy wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath. Ideally suited for couples it is equipped with a queen-sized bed. A single trundle and a sofa bed are also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed. Extra beds $40.

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Balcony

CD Player

Linen and Towels Provided

Shower - separate

Outdoor Setting

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Cots Available

Lounge Area

Tea/Coffee Making

Heating

Bath

Kitchen

Oven

Stove top

Verandah

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Big Tree Cabin - Multi Nights

Big Tree Cabin - Multi Nights

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin nestled in the forest offering easy access, privacy and spectacular views of old growth forest. Big Tree Cabin is a self-contained studio cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, a cosy wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath. Ideally suited for couples it is equipped with a queen-sized bed. A single trundle and a sofa bed are also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed.

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Balcony

CD Player

Linen and Towels Provided

Shower - separate

Outdoor Setting

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Cots Available

Lounge Area

Tea/Coffee Making

Heating

Bath

Kitchen

Oven

Stove top

Verandah

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Acacia Cabin

Acacia Cabin

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin situated within a Silver Wattle grove, this studio cabin offers expansive views and a mossy native lawn, perfect for watching the resident wildlife as you sit by the fire inside. Acacia Grove is self-contained with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath.

This sunny cabin is ideally suited for couples or small families. It is equipped with a queen-sized bed and bunks. A double sofa bed are also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed. Extra beds can be made available for $40.

1Bunk bed

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Shower - separate

Bath

Tea/Coffee Making

Oven

Lounge Area

Stove top

Linen and Towels Provided

CD Player

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Acacia Cabin - Multi nights

Acacia Cabin - Multi nights

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin situated within a Silver Wattle grove, this studio cabin offers expansive views and a mossy native lawn, perfect for watching the resident wildlife as you sit by the fire inside. Acacia Grove is self-contained with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath.

This sunny cabin is ideally suited for couples or small families. It is equipped with a queen-sized bed and bunks. A double sofa bed are also available. Base tariff includes up to 2 people using one bed. Extra people get one extra bunk bed each. Additional beds charged at $40 each.

1Bunk bed

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Kitchen

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Shower - separate

Bath

Tea/Coffee Making

Oven

Lounge Area

Stove top

Linen and Towels Provided

CD Player

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Streamside Cabin

Streamside Cabin

Situated within a fern glade, next to a small mountain stream, this studio cabin offers absolute privacy. Streamside is self-contained with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath.

Tucked away along it’s own private driveway Streamside Cabin is ideal for honeymooners and couples celebrating special times in their lives. It is equipped with a queen-sized bed. A single trundle bed and double sofa bed are also available. The advertised rate includes 1 bed for every 2 people. Extra beds can be booked at $40 by adding extra adults.

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Balcony

Lounge Area

Tea/Coffee Making

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Oven

Kitchen

Shower - separate

Bath

Outdoor Setting

Verandah

Linen and Towels Provided

Stairs

Stove top

Heating

Cots Available

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Streamside Cabin - Multi nights

Streamside Cabin - Multi nights

Situated within a fern glade, next to a small mountain stream, this studio cabin offers absolute privacy. Streamside is self-contained with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, en-suite bathroom, wood heater and a private deck with an outdoor bath.

Tucked away along it’s own private driveway Streamside Cabin is ideal for honeymooners and couples celebrating special times in their lives. It is equipped with a queen-sized bed. A single trundle bed and double sofa bed are also available. The advertised rate includes 1 bed for every 2 people. Extra beds can be booked at $40 by adding extra adults.

1Queen bed

1Sofa bed

Non-smoking

Balcony

Linen and Towels Provided

Shower - separate

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Heating

Bath

Lounge Area

Stairs

Tea/Coffee Making

Verandah

Kitchen

Oven

Stove top

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

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Wallaby 2 Bedroom Cabin (1-4 people)

Wallaby 2 Bedroom Cabin (1-4 people)

Generous two-bedroom cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, mobility impaired bathroom and toilet, wood heater, a large deck and upstairs balcony. A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin situated in an open Silver Wattle forest with outdoor space for children to play. Treat yourself to an outdoor bath under the stars in a private setting, just a short walk away on the edge of the forest.

Wallaby Grassland can sleep up to 9 people: the main bedroom has a queen-sized bed and bunks, while the large upstairs bedroom has a queen-sized bed, two single beds and an optional trundle bed. Base tariff includes up to 4 people using two beds. This cabin can be reconfigured as a large open plan meeting space.

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Wallaby 2BR Cabin - Multi night (1-4 people)

Wallaby 2BR Cabin - Multi night (1-4 people)

Generous two-bedroom cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, mobility impaired bathroom and toilet, wood heater, a large deck and upstairs balcony. A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin situated in an open Silver Wattle forest with outdoor space for children to play. Treat yourself to an outdoor bath under the stars in a private setting, just a short walk away on the edge of the forest.

Wallaby Grassland can sleep up to 9 people: the main bedroom has a queen-sized bed and bunks, while the large upstairs bedroom has a queen-sized bed, two single beds and an optional trundle bed. Base tariff includes up to 4 people using 2 beds. This cabin can be reconfigured as a large open plan meeting space.

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2 bedroom cabin Long Stay

2 bedroom cabin Long Stay

Discounted rates for long stays. We save on cleaning and administration costs and pass this saving onto you. Full payment at time of booking, no refunds, no changes.

Generous two-bedroom cabin with gas cooking facilities, kitchen/dining/lounge area, indoor shower and toilet, wood heater, a large deck. Treat yourself to an outdoor bath under the stars. Although your discounted booking might originally name a specific cabin, all discounted bookings are subject to cabin changes. (You can choose and guarantee a specific cabin by booking at full rates)Base tariff includes up to 4 people using 2 queen beds. Extra people or extra bunks can be added at $40.

Clifftop is ideally suited for families, friends traveling together, staff retreats and small conferences. The main bedroom has a queen-sized bed, while the second bedroom has queen-sized bed and double bunks. The advertised rate includes 1 bed for every 2 people. Extra beds can be booked at $40 by adding extra adults.

Clifftop is ideally suited for families, friends traveling together, staff retreats and small conferences. The main bedroom has a queen-sized bed, while the second bedroom has queen-sized bed and double bunks. The advertised rate includes 1 bed for every 2 peoples. Extra beds can be booked at $40 by adding extra adults.

A contemporary, spacious eco-cabin situated in its own secluded patch of forest.

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Tipee Long Stay

Tipee Long Stay

When you stay longer, we save on cleaning and pass this onto you as a discount.Deluxe Tipees are fully carpeted and have a double sofa bed with all linen supplied, 12 volt solar electric lights and music, a wood fired heater, covered deck with table and chairs. Shared facilities are a one minute walk away.The advertised rate includes 1 bed for every 2 people. Extra foam mattress on the floor can be added for $40 by adding an extra person. Infants (less than 1 year old) are free of charge provided you are bringing your own bedding. A portacot and bedding can be requested as an extra $40 cost. However we only have 2 portacots, so a request does not guarantee a cot.

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Campervan Site

Campervan Site

Campervan West is private and surrounded by trees, 30 second walk from the toilets. About 9m x 4.5m.

Campervan East is convenient, open and sunny, adjacent the toilets. About 9m x 4.5m.

We will try to allocate your preferred site but no promises.

Huon Bush Retreats campground is not your average campground. We offer unpowered tent and campervan sites in an extensive habitat reserve with modern, spacious amenities, all the equipment you’ll need to cook up a storm, a five kilometre network of bushwalks and the opportunity for an outdoor bath under the stars.

Each camp site is individual and closely connected with Huon Bush Retreat’s protected native forest.

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Tentsite Car Access

Tentsite Car Access

Two vehicle accessible tent sites, 30 second walk from the kitchen and toilets.

One small site about 4.5m x 5m plus car parking space will be allocated by default.

One large site suits camper trailers or two family tents. Please specify if you need this specific big site. There is a minimum charge of $60 per night including 4 people for this site.

Huon Bush Retreats campground is not your average campground. We offer unpowered tent and campervan sites in an extensive habitat reserve with modern, spacious amenities, all the equipment you’ll need to cook up a storm, a five kilometre network of bushwalks and the opportunity for an outdoor bath under the stars.

Each camp site is individual and surrounded by Huon Bush Retreat’s protected native forest.

Shared Bathrooms

Kitchen

Shower - separate

Bath

Stairs

Oven

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Tentsite Walkin

Tentsite Walkin

Three private tent sites, a short walk from the carpark and toilets. Minimum size is about 4m x 4m.Huon Bush Retreats campground is not your average campground. We offer unpowered tent and campervan sites in an extensive habitat reserve with modern, spacious amenities, all the equipment you’ll need to cook up a storm, a five kilometre network of bushwalks and the opportunity for an outdoor bath under the stars.

Each tent site is private and surrounded by Huon Bush Retreat’s protected native forest.

Shared Bathrooms

Kitchen

Shower - separate

Bath

Stairs

Oven

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Kids Stay Free (Butttongrass Retreat, Ida Bay)

Kids Stay Free (Butttongrass Retreat, Ida Bay)

No extra charge for kids at Buttongrass Retreat, at Ida Bay in Far South Tasmania.Valid for selected multi nights only. Mon - Turs, minimum 2 nights. Fri, Sat, Sun, minimum 4 nights. Rate includes 2 adults using one bed. No charge for up to 3 children. The exact cabin will be allocated on arrival. All cabins include at least one queen bed. Kids beds might be bunks or rollaway beds.Full payment by Visa or Mastercard at time of booking, no refunds, no changes.

90.0m&sup2

2Queen beds

1Rollaway bed available

1Single bed

Mountain view

Non-smoking

Dining Setting

Balcony

Lounge Area

Fridge - Fullsize

Oven

Shower - separate

Linen and Towels Provided

Tea/Coffee Making

CD Player

Heating

Kitchen

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Buttongrass Retreat - One Night

Buttongrass Retreat - One Night

Your modern 2 bedroom cabin is a comfortable eco-experience with solar electricity and hot water, wood heating and is free of distractions like TV and in room phones. The perfect place to base for exploring the natural beauty of Tasmania's Far South.

Base tariff includes one bed per two people. Infants who cannot crawl and the parents can provide all bedding, are free.

90.0m&sup2

2Queen beds

1Rollaway bed available

1Single bed

Mountain view

Non-smoking

Dining Setting

Balcony

Lounge Area

Fridge - Fullsize

Oven

Shower - separate

Linen and Towels Provided

Tea/Coffee Making

CD Player

Heating

Kitchen

Huon Valley Escapes

Buttongrass Retreat - Multi Nights

Buttongrass Retreat - Multi Nights

Your modern 2 bedroom cabin is a comfortable eco-experience with solar electricity and hot water, wood heating and is free of distractions like TV and in room phones. The perfect place to base for exploring the natural beauty of Tasmania's Far South!

Base tariff includes one bed per two people. Infants who cannot crawl and the parents can provide all bedding, are free.

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Buttongrass Retreat Long Stay

Buttongrass Retreat Long Stay

Discounted rates for long stays. We save on cleaning and administration costs and pass this saving onto you. Full payment at time of booking, no refunds, no changes.

Your modern 2 bedroom cabin is a comfortable eco-experience with solar electricity and hot water, wood heating and is free of distractions like TV and in room phones. The perfect place to base for exploring the natural beauty of Tasmania's Far South!

Base tariff includes one bed per two people. Infants who cannot crawl and the parents can provide all bedding, are free.

90.0m&sup2

2Queen beds

1Rollaway bed available

1Single bed

Mountain view

Non-smoking

Dining Setting

Balcony

Lounge Area

Fridge - Fullsize

Oven

Shower - separate

Linen and Towels Provided

Tea/Coffee Making

CD Player

Heating

Kitchen

Terms & Conditions

We welcome your booking on the following basis:· Full payment required at time of booking. If a card is declined due to insufficient funds, we will periodically attempt to charge the card. Bookings are only confirmed once payment has successfully been received.· By law all of our accommodation is non-smoking indoors. Additional cleaning charges will apply at $50 per hour for evidence of smoking indoors.

Reasonable cleaning times are considered to be 20 minutes per cabin plus 10 minutes per person. Unreasonable cleaning is charged at $35 per hour. Damage or breakages greater than fair wear and tear are charged at replacement cost.

Prices shown include two people in one bed or four people in two beds. Infants under 1 year old are free only if we do not provide any additional bedding for them. Extra people, extra beds or cots are added at $40/nt.

Late checkouts can often be agreed for $30. Non-agreed late checkouts are charged at $50 per hour.

As an eco-retreat, we are very different from a city hotel. We have 12 volt solar electricity, gas cooking, composting toilets and wood fired heaters. You will be surrounded by wildlife of all sorts, including birds, mammals, arthropods and reptiles. Our seclusion is protected by 4km of winding gravel road, steep in places.

Once you book with us, we hold the accommodation for you and turn away other potential bookings. Therefore, if you cancel or change your dates, charges will still apply:

On DISCOUNTED RATES, full payment at time of booking, no refunds, no changes. Although your discounted booking might originally name a specific cabin, all discounted bookings are subject to cabin changes. (You can choose and guarantee a specific cabin by booking at full rates)

On FULL PRICE RATES, cancellations will incur a minimum $50 administration fee. We will try to resell. The earlier you advise us, the better the chance that we can resell. If we resell at a lower price, we additionally charge you the difference.

Cancellations over 1 month in advance, we charge you:

a flat $50 administration charge.

Less than 1 month but more than 7 days, we charge you the lower of either:

50% of reserved services if unable to resell, or

the $50 administration fee plus the difference if we resell for a lower price.

Less than 7 days, we charge you the lower of either:

100% of reserved services if unable to resell, or

the $50 administration fee plus the difference if we resell for a lower price.

No show or early departure:

total cost of reserved services.

NAME CHANGEIf you cant come on your booked dates, we are happy for you to sell or gift your booking to someone else. No charge.